by James Perella | Jan 29, 2026 | Childhood Trauma, Learning
When a child struggles to concentrate, manage big emotions, or behave in ways that feel unpredictable, it can raise difficult questions for the adults around them. Is this ADHD? Is something else going on? Or could early experiences be shaping how this child is...
by James Perella | Jan 22, 2026 | Childhood Trauma, Learning
When we talk about children in care, early years trauma or early bereavement, we often turn to professional language such as attachment theory, trauma responses, adverse childhood experiences, regulation and resilience. But long before many of us learned this...
by Olivia Davies | Jan 15, 2026 | Childhood Trauma, Learning
Table of Contents Understanding Childhood Trauma How Trauma Can Show Up in Everyday Life How Adults Can Respond Reflective Prompts for Adults A Day in the Life of a Child Living with Untreated Trauma When to Seek Specialist Support How The Mulberry Bush Supports...
by Olivia Davies | Oct 9, 2025 | Behaviour, Learning, Wellbeing
Supporting children and young people can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life but it can also bring moments of deep frustration, confusion, and worry. When a child’s behaviour feels unpredictable, explosive, or difficult to manage, it’s often described as...
by James Perella | Oct 7, 2025 | Childhood Trauma, Learning
Children who have experienced early trauma often struggle to feel safe in a world that hasn’t always been kind. Whether due to neglect, abuse, or significant early loss, these experiences can deeply impact their ability to trust others, regulate their emotions, or...
by James Perella | Oct 7, 2025 | Childhood Trauma, Learning, Wellbeing
If you’ve ever come across a childhood trauma test online, you’ll know how tempting it can be to click through the questions. Often framed as a way to “measure” your early life experiences, these quizzes usually promise quick insights into whether you were affected by...
